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Prescription Drug Spending and the U.S. Health Spending Gap Compared with OECD Countries

Prescription drugs represent only a small portion of the overall difference in health care spending between the United States and comparable OECD countries. In 2021, prescription drug spending accounted for approximately $550, or 9.7%, of the $5,683 per capita spending gap, while inpatient and outpatient services accounted for nearly 80% of the difference. Administrative costs represented about 12% of the gap, highlighting the significant role of system complexity and operational overhead in driving higher U.S. health care spending.

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Using Data-Driven Coverage Assessments to Unlock Medicare Part D Formulary Intelligence

As Medicare Part D plans adopt stricter utilization management, raise cost-sharing, and adjust tier placements, manufacturers face growing challenges in maintaining access. A data-driven formulary coverage assessment helps teams evaluate product positioning, benchmark competitors, and prepare for policy impacts — turning complexity into actionable strategy.